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Old 02-23-2010, 03:27 AM
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I tried to open my TLF and just can't. I closed it too tight last time so that the water does not leak out. Well now i can't open it. Any tips to open it easily?
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Old 02-23-2010, 03:32 AM
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Rubber band around the top works for me. Or a strap wrench.
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Old 02-23-2010, 04:52 AM
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I used a spoon handle between the 2 top outlets. Be carefull you dont crack an outlet, but it works
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Old 02-23-2010, 05:03 AM
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just run it under hot water for a minute to shrink the seal a little. It has worked for me when I cant get it open.
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also remeber that when you squeeze on the top your pressing the threads into each other, thus working against yourself making it much harder to open.
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I used a spoon handle between the 2 top outlets. Be carefull you dont crack an outlet, but it works
This is what I did to, put's no pressure on the threads but be gentle big guy.
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The hot water trick always works for me. Works for jars too

Might have to soak the entire lid part in hot water for a while, or run it under the hot water.
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I will give all suggestion method a try tonight. Thanks all
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